Samsung WA5471ABW User Manual
WA5471AB*
WA5451AN*
Washing Machine
user manual
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Key features of your new washer
1. VRT® (Vibration Reduction Technology)
This Samsung washer performs smoothly at top spin speeds, minimizing noise and vibration.
2. The Largest Capacity
Even bulky garments and blankets get super clean. The large capacity leaves enough room for a more thorough, cleaner wash.
3. PowerFoam™(WA5471*)
Samsung’s effective PowerForm delivers improved cleanliness with advanced fabric care.
PowerFoam allows detergent to distribute evenly and penetrate fabrics faster and deeper.
4. PureCycle™(Tub Cleaning cycle)
Clean your drum with one button! Pure Cycle is specially designed to remove detergent residue and dirt bulidup in the tub, without the need for special chemical detergents.
5. Stylish design
The stylish design of this washer blends well with your environment.
6. Center jog dial
The Jog dial enables you to select cycles in both directions with ease.
7. DD Motor
The power to handle anything! Our direct-drive inverter motor delivers power right to the washer tub from a variable speed, reversible motor. A beltless direct-drive motor generates a higher spin speed of 1,100rpm for more effective, quiet operation. The washer also has fewer moving parts, meaning fewer repairs.
8. Tempered Glass Lid
The tempered glass lid is durable and makes it easy to see the inside of washer.
9. Sanitize
When you select the NSF certifi ed Sanitize cycle, the water heats to an extra high temperature and removes 99.9% of certain bacteria typically found on clothing, bedding, or towels. This certifi cation is awarded by NSF International, an independent third-party testing and certifi cation organization.
Please check the garment care label to avoid garment damage. Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of this protocol for sanitization effi cacy.
NSF Protocol P172
Sanitization Performance of Residential and
Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers
10. Lid Lock Switch
The washer lid is locked during operation. The lid can be unlocked by pressing the Start/
Pause button to stop the washer.
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safety information
Congratulations on your new Samsung Washer. This manual contains important information on the installation, use, and care of your appliance. Please take time to read this manual to take full advantage of your washer’s many benefi ts and features.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, and operating your washer.
IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS
What the icons and signs in this user manual mean:
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Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury |
WARNING |
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Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or
CAUTION property damage.
To reduce the risk of fi re, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury
CAUTION when using your washer, follow these basic safety precautions:
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions explicitly.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.
Call the service center for help.
Note
These warning icons are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please heed them explicitly.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your WARNING appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
1.Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2.Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other fl ammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
3.Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
4.Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the washing or drying compartment.
5.Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
6.Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
7.Do not tamper with the controls.
8.Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless it is specifi cally recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published userrepair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
9.Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other fl ammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
10.Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for 2 weeks or more, before using a washer or combination washer-dryer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water fl ow from
each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is fl ammable, do not smoke or use an open fl ame during this time.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS
Plug the power cord into an AC 120V/60Hz/wall socket rated at 15 amps or higher. Use the socket for this appliance only. In addition, do not use an extension cord.
-Sharing a wall socket with other appliances, using a power strip, or extending the power cord may result in electric shock or fi re.
-Do not use an electric transformer. It may result in electric shock or fi re.
-Ensure that the power voltage, frequency, and current match the product’s specifi cations. Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
Have this appliance installed by a qualifi ed technician or service company.
-Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fi re, an explosion, problems with the product, or injury.
Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and contact points using a dry cloth on a regular basis.
-Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry cloth.
-Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket in the right direction so that the cord runs towards the fl oor.
-If you plug the power plug into the socket in the opposite direction, the electric wires within the cable may be damaged and this may result in electric shock or fi re.
This appliance must be properly grounded.
Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line.
-Improper grounding may result in electric shock, fi re, an explosion, or problems with the product
-Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly. Make sure the socket you use is grounded in accordance with local and national codes.
Do not install this appliance near a heater or infl ammable material.
Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily, or dusty location, or in a location exposed to direct sunlight or water (rain drops).
Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak. - This may result in electric shock or fi re.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket fi rmly. Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord, or loose wall socket.
- This may result in electric shock or fi re.
Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord. Do not twist or tie the power cord.
Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the appliance.
- This may result in electric shock or fi re.
Do not pull the power cord when unplugging the power plug.
-Unplug the power plug by holding the plug.
-Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
If the power plug or power cord are damaged, contact your nearest service center.
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CAUTION INSTALLATION CAUTIONS
Position the appliance so that the power plug is easily accessible.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re due to electric leakage.
Install your appliance on a level and hard fl oor that can support its weight.
- Failing to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, noise, or problems with the product.
Unplug the power plug when the appliance is not being used for long periods of time or during a thunder/lightning storm.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
WARNING CRITICAL USAGE WARNINGS
If the appliance is fl ooded, cut the power immediately and contact your nearest service center.
If the appliance generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, unplug the power plug immediately and contact your nearest service center.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
In the event of a gas leak (such as propane gas, LP gas, etc.), ventilate the area immediately. Do not turn any appliance or light on or off.
-Do not use a ventilating fan.
-A spark may result in an explosion or fi re.
Do not wash items contaminated with gasoline, kerosene, benzene, paint thinner, alcohol or other fl ammable or explosive substances.
- This may result in electric shock, fi re, or an explosion.
Do not open the washer door by force while it is operating (high-temperature washing/ drying/spinning).
-Water fl owing out of the washer may cause burns or cause the fl oor to be slippery. This may result in injury.
-Opening the door by force may cause damage to the product or injury.
Make sure to remove the packaging (sponge, styrofoam) attached to the bottom of the washer before using it.
Do not insert your hand under the washer. - This may result in injury.
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Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. - This may result in electric shock.
Do not turn the appliance off by unplugging the power plug while the washer is in operation.
-Plugging the power plug into the wall socket again may cause a spark and result in electric shock or fi re.
Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials can be dangerous to children.
- If a child places a bag over its head, it may suffocate.
Do not let children or infi rm persons use this washer unsupervised. - Failing to do so may result in electric shock, burns or injury.
Do not insert your hand or a metal object under the washer while it is operating. - This may result in injury.
Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself.
-Do not use any fuse (such as cooper, steel wire, etc.) other than the standard fuse.
-If you need to repair or reinstall the appliance, contact your nearest service center.
-Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fi re, problems with the product, or injury.
If any foreign substance such as water enters the appliance in any area other than the tub, unplug the power plug and contact your nearest service center.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
If the water supply hose comes loose from the faucet and fl oods the appliance, unplug the power plug.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
CAUTION USAGE CAUTIONS
If the washer is contaminated by a foreign substance such as detergent, dirt, food waste, etc., unplug the power plug and clean the washer using a damp and soft cloth.
- Failing to do so may result in discoloration, deformation, damage or rust.
The front glass may be broken by a strong impact. Take care when using the washer. - If the glass is broken, it may result in injury.
After a water supply failure or when reconnecting the water supply hose, open the faucet slowly.
Open the faucet slowly after a long period of non-use.
-The air pressure in the water supply hose or the water pipe may result in damage to a part or in water leakage.
If a drain error occurs during an operation, check if there is a draining problem.
-If the washer is used when it is fl ooded because of a draining problem, it may result in electric shock or fi re due to electric leakage.
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Insert the laundry into the washer completely so that laundry does not get caught in the door.
-If laundry gets caught in the door, it may result in damage to the laundry or the washer, or result in water leakage.
Ensure that the faucet is turned off when the washer is not being used.
-Ensure that the water supply hose connectors are properly tightened.
-Failing to do so may result in property damage or injury.
Open the faucet and check if the water supply hose connector is fi rmly tightened and that there is no water leaking before using the product.
- If the water supply hose connectors are loose, it may result in water leakage.
Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance.
- This may result in electric shock, fi re, problems with the product, or injury.
Do not operate the appliance with wet hands. - This may result in electric shock.
Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of the appliance.
-As well as being harmful to humans, it may also result in electric shock, fi re,or problems with the product.
Do not place an object that generates a electromagnetic fi eld near the washer. - This may result in injury due to a malfunction.
Since the water drained during a high-temperature wash or drying cycle is hot, do not touch the water.
- This may result in burns or injury.
Do not wash, spin, or dry water-proof seats, mats or, clothing*.
-Do not wash thick, hard mats even if the washer mark is on the care label.
This may result in injury or damage to the washer, walls, fl oor,or clothing due to abnormal vibrations.
*Items not to wash: Woolen bedding, rain covers, fi shing vests, ski pants, sleeping bags, diaper covers, sweat suits, and bicycle, motor cycle, car covers, etc.
Do not operate the washer when the detergent box is removed. - This may result in electric shock or injury due to water leakage.
Do not insert your hand into the detergent dispenser after opening it. - This may result in injury as your hand may be caught.
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Do not place any non-laundry objects, such as shoes, food waste, or animals into the washer.
-This can cause abnormal vibrations that can damage the washer, and, in the case of pets, cause severe injury or death.
Do not press the buttons using sharp objects such as pins, knifes, fi ngernails, etc. - This may result in electric shock or injury.
Do not wash laundry contaminated by oils, creams, or lotions usually found in skincare shops or massage clinics.
- This may result in the rubber seal becoming deformed and water leakage.
Do not leave metal objects (safety pins, hair pins, etc.) or bleach in the tub for long periods of time.
-This may cause the tub to rust.
-If rust appears on the surface of the tub, apply a neutral cleansing agent to the surface and use a sponge to clean it. Never use a metal brush.
Do not use dry cleaning detergent directly and do not wash, rinse, or spin laundry contaminated by dry cleaning detergent.
-This may result in spontaneous combustion or ignition due to heat from the oxidation of the oil.
Do not use hot water from water cooling/heating devices. - This may result in problems with the washer.
Do not use natural hand-washing soap for the washer.
-If it hardens and accumulates inside the washer, it may cause problems with the product, discoloration, rust, or bad odors.
Do not wash large laundry items such as bedding in the washing net.
-Failing to do so may result in injury due to abnormal vibrations.
-Place smaller items, such as lace socks and lingerie in the washing net.
Do not use hardened detergent.
- If it accumulates inside the washer, it may result in water leakage.
Do not wash throw rugs or doormats.
-If you wash throw rugs or doormats, the sand will accumulate inside the washer. It may result in error such as no draining.
WARNING CRITICAL CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it. Do not use benzene, thinner, or alcohol to clean the appliance.
- This may result in discoloration, deformation, damage, electric shock, or fi re.
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the appliance from the wall socket. - Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
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contents
INSTALLING YOUR WASHER |
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Unpacking your washer |
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Overview of your washer |
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Electrical |
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Grounding |
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Drain facility |
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Flooring |
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Location considerations |
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Alcove or closet installation |
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Required Dimensions for Installation |
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Important note to installer |
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS |
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Loading your washer |
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Getting started |
WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY |
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Overview of the control panel |
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Child Lock |
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Spin Only Adjustment |
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Garment+ |
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My cycle |
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Washing clothes using the cycle selector |
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Detergent use |
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Features |
MAINTAINING YOUR WASHER |
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Cleaning the exterior |
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Cleaning the interior |
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Storing your washer |
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Preserving the top cover and the front frame |
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Cleaning the dispensers |
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Pure Cycle |
TROUBLESHOOTING |
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Check these solutions if your washer… |
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Information codes |
APPENDIX |
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Fabric care chart |
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Cycle chart |
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Helping the environment |
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Declaration of conformity |
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Specification |
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UNPACKING YOUR WASHER
Unpack your Washer and inspect it for shipping damage. Make sure you have received all the items shown below. If your Washer was damaged during shipping, or you do not have all of the items, contact 1-800- SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864).
To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever lifting or carrying the unit.
Packing materials can be dangerous to children; Keep all packing material (plastic bags, polystyrene, WARNING etc.) well out of childrens’ reach.
OVERVIEW OF YOUR WASHER
Control panel
Drain Hose 
Door
Power Cord 
Adjustable legs
Parts supplied
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Hose guide |
User manual book |
Water supply hoses |
Plastic zip hose tie |
Tools needed
Pliers |
Flat screwdriver |
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BASIC LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Electrical
•120 Volt 60 Hz 15 AMP fuse or circuit breaker
•Individual branch circuit serving only your Washer is recommended.
•Your Washer is equipped with a power cord.
NEVER USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
CAUTION
Grounding
ELECTRICAL GROUNDING IS REQUIRED FOR THIS APPLIANCE.
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a three-prong grounding plug for use in a properly installed and grounded outlet.
An improperly connected equipment-grounding conductor can increase the risk of electrical WARNING shock. Check with a qualifi ed electrician or serviceman if you are not sure whether the
appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it does not fi t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualifi ed electrician.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
•To prevent unnecessary risk of fi re, electrical shock or personal injury, all wiring and grounding must be done in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/FNPA, No. 70 Latest Revision and local codes and ordinances. It is the personal responsibility of the appliance owner to provide adequate electrical service for this appliance.
NEVER CONNECT THE GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES, OR CAUTION HOT WATER PIPES.
Water
To correctly fi ll your Washer in the proper amount of time, water pressure of 20 to 116psi (137 to 800kPa) is required.
Water pressure less than 20 psi may cause water valve failure, or may not allow the water valve to shut off completely, or may extend the fi ll time beyond what your Washer controls allow, causing your Washer to turn off. A time limit is built into the controls to prevent fl ooding in your home if a hose becomes loose.
The water faucets must be within 4 feet/122cm of the back of your Washer to match the inlet hoses provided with your Washer.
Accessory inlet hoses are available in various lengths up to 10 feet/305cm for faucets that are further away from the back of your Washer.
To avoid the possibility of water damage:
•Have water faucets easily accessible
•Turn off faucets when the washer is not in use.
•Periodically check that there is no leakage from the water inlet hose fi ttings.
CHECK ALL CONNECTIONS AT THE WATER VALVE AND FAUCET FOR LEAKS.
WARNING
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Drain facility
The recommended height of the standpipe is 39 in/ 99 cm. The drain hose must be routed through the drain hose clip to the standpipe. The standpipe must be large enough to accept the outside diameter of the drain hose. The drain hose is attached to the washer at the factory.
Flooring
For best performance, you must install your washer on a solidly constructed fl oor. Wood fl oors may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced load situations. Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors to vibration which can cause your washer to move slightly during the spin cycle.
Never install your washer on a platform or weakly supported structure.
Location considerations
Do not install your washer in areas where water may freeze, since your washer will always retain some water in its water valve, pump, and hose areas. Frozen water can damage the belts, the pump, hoses, and other components.
Alcove or closet installation
MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS:
Sides – 1 in / 25 mm |
Closet Front – 2 in / 51 mm |
Rear – 6 in / 152 mm |
TOP - 21 in / 533 mm |
If the washer and dryer are installed together, the closet front must have at least a 72 in² (465 cm²) unobstructed air opening. Your washer alone does not require a specifi c air opening.
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Required Dimensions for Installation
28.6in. 
(72.8 cm)
44.6in. (113.5 cm)
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IMPORTANT NOTE TO INSTALLER
Please read the following instructions carefully before installing your Washer.
These instructions should be retained for future reference.
We recommend you hire a professional to install this washer.
STEP 1
Selecting a Location
Before you install your washer, make sure the location:
•Has a hard, level surface without carpeting or fl ooring that may obstruct ventilation.
•Has no dust, oil and detergent etc.
•Is away from direct sunlight
•Has adequate ventilation
•Will not freeze (temperatures are never below 32°F or 0°C)
•Is away from heat sources such as oil or gas
•Provides enough slack for the power cord.
•Doesn’t have any carpeting that will obstruct ventilation openings.
STEP 2
Installing your Washer
1.If you use a stand pipe, make sure the connection between the drain hose and the standpipe is NOT airtight.
The standpipe must be at least 39 in or 99 cm high.
You must always exercise caution to
avoid collapsing or damaging the drain hose. For best results, the drain hose
should not be restricted in any way – by
96” Max
elbows, couplings, or excessive length. For situations where the drain hose
cannot be conveniently elevated to at least 39 in or 99 cm, the drain hose must
be supported.
Do not insert the drain hose too far into the stand pipe: 6 - 8 inches, and no more.
Hose retainer
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2.Check the inlet hoses to ensure a washer is inside the coupling of each fi ll hose.
Thread the inlet hoses onto the HOT and COLD faucet connections.
On the other end of the hose, check for one rubber washer per hose and attach each fi ll hose to the water valve. Make sure the hose with Hot printed on it is attached to the HOT faucet. Tighten by hand until snug, then add two-thirds of a turn with pliers.
For correct water use, connect both HOT and COLD water valves. If either or both are not connected, an “nF” (no fi ll) error can occur.
3.Turn on the “HOT” and “COLD” water supplies and check all the water valve and the faucet connections for leaks.
4.Plug the power cord into a 3-Prong, well grounded 120 volt 60 Hz approved electrical outlet protected by a 15-amp fuse or comparable circuit breaker.
Your washer is grounded through the third prong of the power cord when plugged into a three-prong grounded receptacle.
5.Slide your washer into position.
6.Level your washer by turning the leveling legs in or out as necessary by hand.
Cold Hot
Rubber Washer
Cold printed Hot printed
Your Washer must be level back to front and side to side. Use a carpenter’s level on all four corners of your Washer to level it. It’s a good idea after the fi rst dozen washes to recheck your washer to ensure it is still level.
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operating instructions
LOADING YOUR WASHER
•You can fi ll the tub with dry, unfolded clothes, but DO NOT OVERLOAD the tub, No more than 3/4 full.
•Overloading may reduce washing effi ciency, cause excess wear, and possibly cause creasing or wrinkling of the load.
•Wash delicate items such as bras, hosiery, and other lingerie in the Delicates cycle with similar lightweight items.
•When washing big bulky items or a few smaller items that don’t fi ll the tub completely – a rug, a pillow, stuffed toys, or one or two sweaters, for example – add a few towels to improve spin performance.
During the spin cycle, the washer may add additional water to redistribute the clothes and correct an unbalance inside the drum.
•When washing heavily soiled loads, do not overload your Washer to ensure good cleaning results.
•To add a forgotten item:
1.Press the Start/Pause button to pause the washer.
2.Wait for the door to unlock automatically, and then open the door.
3.Add the item, close the door, and then press the Start/Pause Button. The cycle will resume
GETTING STARTED
1.Load your Washer.
2.Add liquid detergent only and additives to the dispenser (see pages 24~25).
3.Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load (see pages 18~20).
4.Close the door.
5.Press the Start/Pause Button.
6.The Wash Indicator light illuminates.
7.The estimated cycle time will appear in the display.
The time may fl uctuate to indicate the time remaining in the cycle better.
The actual time required for a cycle may differ from the estimated time in the display depending on the water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and laundry.
8.Before your washer starts to fi ll, it will make a series of clicking noises to check the door lock and do a quick drain.
•When the cycle is complete, the Door Lock light will go out and “End” will appear in the display.
•Pressing the Power button cancels the cycle and stops your washer.
•The Wash, Rinse ,and Spin indicator lights will illuminate during those portions of the cycle.
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Select the appropriate cycle for the type of load.
The cycle you select determines the tumble pattern and spin speed for the cycle.
To minimize wrinkling of laundry, select the Perm Press cycle.
Normal - For most fabrics including cottons, linens, and normally soiled garments.
Heavy Duty - For sturdy, colorfast fabrics and heavily soiled garments.
Perm Press - For wash-and-wear, synthetic fabrics, and lightly to normally soiled garments.
Sanitize - For heavily soiled, colorfast garments.
If you select Pause during the heating portion of the Sanitize Cycle, your
Washer door will remain locked for your safety in case the water is too hot .
Towels - For bath towels, washcloths, and mats.
Bedding - For bulky items such as blankets and sheets. When you are washing comforters, use liquid detergent.
Eco Cold (WA5471) - Provides useful, gentle, and energy saving daily care for normally and lightly soiled laundry by using only cold water.
Eco Cold cleans as effectively as the warm wash setting on the *conventional Normal cycle under Normal and Light Soil level options. (The Cleaning performance of Eco Cold may not be equal to the conventional Normal cycle under the heavy soil level option.) For best result, we recommend using Eco Cold for loads of 8 pounds or less.
* conventional Normal cycle - The Normal cycle on previous and existing Samsung
3 front loading washers released until 2009 without PowerFoam.
Cycle Selector
Stain Away (WA5471) - For stained clothes. The stain Away cycle provides outstanding stain removal performance with the gentlest care and frees you from the need to pre-treat stains.
Active Wear - Use this cycle to wash exercise wear such as sports jerseys, training pants, shirts/tops and other performance clothing. This cycle provides effective soil removal with gentle action for special fabric care.
Delicates/Hand Wash - For sheer fabrics, bras, lingerie, silks, and other handwash-only fabrics. For best results, use liquid detergent.
Wool - For machine-washable wool. Loads should be under 8 pounds. For best results, we recommend a load of 4.4 pounds or less.
•The Wool cycle washes laundry by moving the wash drum horizontally to maintain the characteristics of the wool fi bers and to prevent damage to the cloth. It then stops for a while to allow the laundry to soak in the water. This pause in the operation of the Wool cycle is normal.
•We recommend you use a neutral detergent to prevent damage to the cloth and to improve the washing results.
The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by Woolmark for the washing of machine washable Woolmark products, provided that the products are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of this washing machine, M1104.
Quick Wash - For lightly soiled garments needed quickly.
Rinse + Spin - Use for loads that need rinsing only or to add rinse-added fabric softener to a load.
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Child Lock
Child Lock prevents children from playing with your washer.
Activating the Child Lock function
Press and hold the Spin and Soil Level buttons simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds.
•When you activate the Child Lock function, the “Child Lock [
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•If you press the Start/Pause button after you have activated the Child Lock function , none of the buttons will work except for the Power button.
•If you press a button when the buttons are locked, the “Child Lock [
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Using the Child Lock function
If the door is opened when the Child Lock function is on, “ds” is displayed and an alarm sounds.
•If the door is closed while “ds” is displayed, the alarm sound stops and the information code turns from ”ds” to “CL”.
•30 seconds after the contol panel displays “ds”, the washer performs a compulsory drain.
•Even if the power is off, if Child Lock is on and the door is opened for 30 seconds, the washer displays the “CL” code and performs a a compulsory drain.
•After the compulsory drain, the “CL” code display blinks at 1 second intervals and the product enters the “CL” mode. (When the product is in the “CL” mode, only the Power button works.)
•To cancel the “CL” mode, you need to turn the power off and then on again.
•To cancel the “ds” mode, deactivate the Child Lock function. To deactivate the Child Lock function, press and hold the Spin and the Soil Level buttons simultaneously for at least 3 seconds.
Adding laundry when Child Lock is on
•To add laundry, deactivate the Child Lock function. To deactivate the Child Lock function, press and hold the Spin and the Soil Level buttons simultaneously for at least 3 seconds. See “Pause Option” on page 23 for additional details.
Deactivating the Child Lock function
Press and hold both the Spin and Soil Level buttons simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds.
•When you deactivate the Child Lock function, the “Child Lock [
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•The Child Lock function prevents children or the infi rm from accidently operating the washer WARNING and injuring themselves.
•If a child enters the washing machine, the child may become trapped and suffocate.
•Once you have activated the Child Lock function, it continues working even if the power
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To add laundry after you have activated the Child Lock function, you must fi rst pause or deactivate the Child Lock function.
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Spin Only Adjustment
If you press the Power button, and then press and hold the Spin button for 2 seconds, the spin time is displayed on the display panel.
You can then change the spin level independently of any other setting by pressing the Spin button repeatedly until the spin level you want (High, Medium, etc.) is selected on the control panel. Then, press the Start/Pause button.
Make a Spin Only adjustment before you select a cycle. If you have selected a cycle, you can only select the corresponding spin level.
Garment+ 
You can add or take out laundry items even after the wash has started, as long as the “Garment+” light is on. Pushing the Start/Pause button unlocks the door, unless the water is too hot or there is too much water in your Washer. If you open the door and want to continue the wash cycle, close the door, and then press the Start/Pause button.
If you have Child Lock on, you must deactivate it fi rst. See page 21
My cycle
My Cycle lets you create a custom wash cycle (with custom temperature, spin, soil level, etc.) and activate your custom wash cycle with one–button convenience.
Creating a custom wash cycle
To create a custom wash cycle, follow these steps:
1.Press the Power button, and then open the door
2.Load the washer with clothes.
3.Add detergent (and softener and/or bleach if needed) to the appropriate compartments, and then close the door.
4.Press the My Cycle button. The My Cycle indicator light illuminates.
5.Select the cycle you want on the Cycle Selector dial.
6.Set the options available for the cycle you selected.
see pages 34~35 for the options available with each cycle.
7.Push the Start/Pause button to start the cycle. The next time you press My Cycle, the washer will return to these settings automatically.
To program in “My Cycle” settings, the washer needs to complete an entire wash cycle. If for any reason the wash cycle is interrupted and the washer does not fi nish the cycle, it will not program in the settings for later use.
You can change the “My Cycle” settings by repeating the process above. The washer uses the latest programmed settings whenever you choose “My Cycle”.
Running your custom cycle using My Cycle
To run your custom cycle, follow these steps:
1.Press the Power button, and then open the door.
2.Load the washer with clothes.
3.Add detergent (and softener and/or bleach if needed) to the appropriate compartments, and then close the door.
4.Press the My Cycle button. The My Cycle indicator light illuminates and the cycle begins.
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Washing clothes using the cycle selector
Your new washing machine makes washing clothes easy, using Samsung’s “Fuzzy Control” automatic control system. When you select a wash program, the machine will set the correct temperature, washing time, and washing speed.
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When the Garment + LED is on, you can add laundry items to or remove laundry items from the wash.
To remove or add laundry items when the Garment + LED is on, follow these steps:
1. Press the Start/Pause button to unlock the door.
The door cannot be opened when the water is too HOT.
2.Remove or add laundry items.
3.Close the door, and then press the Start/Pause button to restart the wash.
If you have Child Lock on, you must deactivate it fi rst. See page 21.
When the cycle is fi nished:
After the total cycle has fi nished, the power will turn off automatically.
1.Open the door.
2.Remove laundry.
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DETERGENT USE
Your Washer is designed to use high effi ciency (HE) detergents.
•For best cleaning results, use a high effi ciency detergents such as Tide HE, Wisk HE, Cheer HE or Gain HE*. High effi ciency detergents contain suds suppressors that reduce or eliminate suds. When fewer suds are produced, the load tumbles more effi ciently and cleaning is maximized.
Regular detergent is not recommended. Use HE detergents only.
WARNING
Reducing the amount of detergent may reduce the quality of cleaning. It is important to pre–treat stains, sort carefully by color and soil level, and avoid overloading.
*Brand names are trademarks of their respective manufacturers.
FEATURES
Automatic dispenser
Your Washer has separate compartments for dispensing detergent and color-safe bleach and fabric softener. Add all laundry additives to their respective compartments before starting your Washer.
The automatic dispenser MUST ALWAYS be in place before you start your Washer. DO NOT open the automatic dispenser when your washer is running.
•Never exceed the manufacturer’s recommendations when adding detergent.
•This compartment holds liquid detergent for the main wash cycle, which is added to the load at the beginning of the cycle.
To add detergent to the automatic dispenser:
1.Open the dispenser drawer.
2.Load the recommended amount of liquid detergent into the detergent compartment before you start your wash.
3.Close the drawer slowly and smoothly to avoid spilling, splashing, or premature dispensing of the contents.
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